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Job Description Job Description Position Summary
The Full-Time Infectious Diseases Nurse Practitioner (IDNP) will provide infectious disease services across partnered skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. This role focuses on evaluating, diagnosing, and managing infectious diseases, optimizing antimicrobial therapy, supporting infection prevention initiatives, and collaborating with facility staff and physicians to improve patient outcomes and reduce avoidable hospitalizations.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate and manage patients with acute and chronic infectious diseases.
Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans, including antimicrobial management.
Review laboratory results, cultures, and diagnostic testing to guide clinical decisions.
Conduct follow-up visits to monitor treatment response and adjust therapies as needed.
Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, pharmacists, and the Vital Link clinical team.
Support antimicrobial stewardship and infection prevention initiatives.
Educate patients, families, and facility staff on infectious disease management.
Complete timely and accurate documentation in facility EMRs and Vital Link platforms.
Maintain compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations.
Travel between assigned facilities as needed.
Qualifications
Active Nurse Practitioner license (FNP, AGACNP, ACNP, or equivalent).
Medicare and Medicaid credentialed (or eligible).
Current BLS/CPR certification.
Experience in Infectious Diseases, Internal Medicine, Hospital Medicine, or Long-Term Care preferred.
Strong clinical assessment, communication, and documentation skills.
Familiarity with long-term care EMRs (PCC preferred).
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.
What We Offer
Full-time position with competitive compensation
Flexible scheduling
Mileage reimbursement or travel stipend
Supportive clinical infrastructure and ongoing training
All necessary equipment and onboarding support provided
Work Environment
Skilled nursing and long-term care facilities
Travel between assigned facilities
Collaborative, patient-focused practice environment
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Mileage reimbursement or travel stipend
Professional development opportunities
Supportive clinical team
Work Location: In person
Worksite address
skokie, IL, 60076, US
Who can apply
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